🇯🇵 How to say

“to read” in Japanese

読むよむ
Illustration of "to read" in a Japanese cultural setting
A student sits at a desk in a cozy library, surrounded by shelves filled with books. They are focused on reading a textbook, with a notepad and pen by their side for taking notes. Sunlight streams in from a nearby window, creating a peaceful study environment.

Usage note

読む (よむ) means 'to read' and is used when talking about reading anything from books to signs. It's a common verb in Japanese, especially in academic and everyday contexts.

Examples

  • 私は本を読むのが好きです。

    I like to read books.

  • 彼は毎朝新聞を読みます。

    He reads the newspaper every morning.

  • 子供たちは絵本を読んでいます。

    The children are reading a picture book.

Quick check

What does "読む" mean?

  • A. to read
  • B. to write
  • C. to come
  • D. to listen

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